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The Peninsula Shanghai INVITES local BICYCLE CLUB MEMBERS, LEISURE CYCLISTS AND FAMILIES TO JOIN
THE 2014 Tour de Bund Charity Cycle Ride
The Peninsula Shanghai will host the fourth annual Tour de Bund Charty Cycle Ride on 20 September 2014. This popular family event in the heart of Shanghai aims to promote the benefits of fitness and healthy living, increase awareness of pollution-free travel and raise money for the Raleigh China charity.
Each year, the Tour de Bund Charity Family Cycle Ride brings together club cyclists, leisure riders and hotel guests to share a picturesque cycle journey along the Shanghai riverside. In its last three years, the Tour de Bund raised more than RMB 100,000 for charity, and featured more than 1,000 participants. In 2014, the Tour is aiming even higher and will gather local and international club cyclists, company teams, leisure riders and families with the target of raising more than RMB 300,000 for charitable causes. After the success of the 2011, 2012 and 2013 events, major local and international media partners have been secured, which will increase the exposure before, during and after the Tour de Bund.
The former professional cyclist Cui Yinhao will join the Charity Family Cycle Ride for the second time. Born in Shanghai, Cui’s cycling career saw him represent China on several occasions, achieving podium finishes in the National Road and National Track Cycling Championships. After retiring, Cui has also participated as an amateur in several races, winning the 2012 and 2013 LOOK-SHIMANO race, and held Yellow/Green Jersey for 2012 Shanghai Bicycle League.
The starting point of the 2014 Tour de Bund will be the iconic Nanpu Bridge. The professional and club cyclists will be the first to commence their 50 km Tour, followed by leisure riders and media, who will undertake a 30 km trip. All participants will cycle along the waterfront in Pudong before crossing the Huangpu River and arriving at the refreshment point at around 10:00 am. The Tour will continue after a 20-minute rest, with riders following a path along the Bund to the finishing point at The Peninsula Shanghai.
The after-race lunchtime party at The Peninsula Shanghai will enable family members, sponsors, spectators and partners who did not participate in the cycle ride to experience the ‘peloton’ spirit of the Tour de Bund. After refreshments at the terrace of Palace Suite, the official Tour de Bund awards presentation will begin at 12:00 noon, followed by a lucky prize draw.
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“The Tour de Bund Charity Cycle Ride is a hugely enjoyable event for hotel guests, city residents and visitors to Shanghai. Both club and leisure cyclists enjoy a Saturday morning ride along the beautiful Huangpu riverside to highlight the importance of healthy living and pedal-power travel. At the same time, the Tour participants raise funds to support local charities, and with significant media exposure this year.
We are excited about hosting the biggest Tour de Bund in its three-year history,” said Mr. Joseph W.Y. Chong, General Manager and Managing Director of The Peninsula Shanghai Complex.
About The Peninsula Shanghai
Located on the historic riverside Bund, The Peninsula Shanghai pays homage to Shanghai in the 1920s and 1930s, and recreates the look and feel of this glamorous era when the city was fêted as “The Paris of the East”. The Peninsula Shanghai features 235 comfortable guest rooms and suites commanding city and garden views, three restaurants – Yi Long Court for fine Cantonese dining, Sir Elly’s serving modern European cuisine, and The Lobby offering The Peninsula’s famed Afternoon Tea – plus the maritime-themed Compass Bar and nightly dancing at the timeless Salon de Ning.
In addition, the hotel offers guests a suite of rejuvenating massage and wellness therapies at The Peninsula Spa. The Peninsula Arcade is home to more than 25 deluxe international brand stores, and The Peninsula Boutique stocks a wide range of branded Peninsula merchandise and gourmet treats. The Peninsula Shanghai also offers two deluxe city touring options: the Princess 54 is an exquisitely appointed private yacht for breakfast or sunset cruises on the Huangpu River, and two MINI Cooper S Clubman cars provide chauffeured guided tours and shopping trips in Shanghai.
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About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)
Incorporated in 1866 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (00045), The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development, and management of prestigious hotels and commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula Bangkok, The Peninsula Manila, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, and The Peninsula Paris. Projects under development include The Peninsula London and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; 1-5 Grosvenor Place in London, UK, and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.
For further information, please contact:
Ms Cecilia LuiRegional Director of Communications, China
The Peninsula Shanghai
No. 32 The Bund. 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Road
Shanghai 200002, China
Telephone : (86 21) 2327 2888-6605
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